Answer: 12g
Explanation:
The amount of energy (Q) required to raise the temperature of a substance depends on its Mass (M), specific heat capacity (C) and change in temperature (Φ)
Thus, Q = MCΦ
Given that:
Q = 216 joules
Mass of aluminium = ? (let unknown value be Z)
C = 0.90 JºC-1g-1
Φ = (Final temperature - Initial temperature)
= 35°C - 15°C = 20°C
Then, Q = MCΦ
216 J = Z x 0.90 JºC-1g-1 x 20°C
216 J = Z x 18 J°g-1
Z = (216J/18 J°g-1)
Z = 12g
Thus, the mass of the aluminium is 12grams
